1
as in to seek
to make a request for
don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it
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2
as in to woo
to act so as to make (something) more likely
you are asking for trouble if you invite her ex to the wedding
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3
as in to request
to give a request or demand for
the surgeon asked for the scalpel
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ask (for)
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Over the course of decades, the Nationalists clashed with the Communist Party led by future dictator Mao Zedong, the Japanese Empire (which controlled the formerly Chinese island of Taiwan), and various warlords seeking to carve out their own kingdoms amid the chaos.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026 -
The Associated Press left phone and email messages seeking comment from Vlachos.—
JULIE CARR SMYTH THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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That new space can join JetBlue’s recently opened BlueHouse, the brand’s first airport lounge that’s also hoping to woo top fliers.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2026
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The war and other incidents erupted as the travel industry has been leaning on premium options to woo wealthier customers, who make up a greater share of spending overall.—
Leslie Josephs,Contessa Brewer,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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The Democrats also requested that both DOJ and Treasury preserve records related to the transaction.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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If an airline cancels a flight or a connection becomes impossible, passengers are typically entitled to rebook or request refunds, depending on the airline’s policies.—
Hana Al-Khodairi,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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Padma was about bringing these kinds of conversations together in a nourishing space — like over a beautiful meal — to invite care and participation.—
Claire Salinda,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Inside, crackling fires create inviting places to sip a bourbon cocktail.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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Pull up a chair and order a plate of crispy fried chicken, followed by a doorstop of red velvet cake.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Iran was clearly prepared, especially after the Twelve-Day War, last June, when the President ordered B-2 stealth warplanes to drop bunker-busting bombs on nuclear facilities in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan.—
Robin Wright,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Ask (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ask%20%28for%29. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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